Costa Rica Maps - Map out an exciting vacation in Costa Rica by Jenelle Gonsalves
The beautiful and exotic country of Costa Rica sits in between Panama and Nicaragua in the heart of Central America. Just over 19,700 sq miles in area, this tiny nation has the distinction of being called 'one of the most biodiverse places on earth' by the National Geographic magazine. Encompassing just 0.1% of the planet's surface, which is roughly smaller than the state of West Virginia, Costa Rica is home to over 5% of the world's biodiversity. Another unknown fact about this tiny country is that in terms of species per 10,000 sq km, Costa Rica sits atop the list with 615 wildlife species.
One of the most peaceful and politically stable countries in the Americas with no standing army, Costa Rica is a nature wonderland for those who are looking for fun and excitement. The ideal place if one just wants to relax on the beach and chill or explore the crater of a dormant volcano; Costa Rica is the place to be! Now among the premier destinations in the world for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike, there is never a dull moment here with so much to do and even more to discover.
Hike your way through some of the densest and remote rainforests known to man; get some up close views of an active volcano; surf some of the most amazing waves in the world; encounter the most exotic flora and fauna; scuba dive with dolphins, turtles and whales; zip high across jungles for fascinating canopy tours; and trek across some of the most beautiful landscapes into a whole new world, amid the stunning cloud forests that sit high atop the mountains.
With such amazing beauty it is no wonder then that Costa Rica has a rich ecological diversity, because nowhere else in the world has so many habitats been squeezed into one small place. Home to over 10% of the world's butterfly species, Costa Rica is also the habitat of more than 850 species of birds, endemic and migratory. The marine ecosystem here is unlike any in the world, with an array of marine mammals from various kinds of whales to Olive Ridley sea turtles to the rare and endangered West Indian manatee found here.
For those who are looking for some excitement and adventure, head on to the surf points of Witches Rock along the Guanacaste shoreline or the superb Salsa Brava near Puerto Viejo de Talamanca on the Caribbean Coast. If you prefer staying on land, then a hike to the summit of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano offers some fabulous views of the surrounding region. Traverse through the Parque Nacional Corcovado, one of the most lush and secluded national parks in the country or river raft down the famous Rio Savegre, considered among the cleanest rivers in Central America. If you enjoy heights then a canopy tour offers a unique way to view the gorgeous rainforests below, while rappeling down waterfalls is the latest adventure craze to hit Costa Rica.
Map out a luxury holiday or backpack exciting adventure vacation here, but don't fool yourself into thinking that you can explore this tiny Latin American country within a week. The landscape here can often be quite treacherous especially during the rainy season, therefore a map is a great way to chart out your way across the country, if you are not using a tour or travel guide. To have a great holiday, make sure your maps are up to date and carefully plan your trip with the help of a reputed guidebook or travel website.
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For more details see our original and exclusive maps at www.govisitcostarica.com/travelInfo/map.asp. Determined to provide you with extensive travel information on this biodiverse country, www.GoVisitCostaRica.com has on hand comprehensive maps for you to use. Beach maps, regional maps, provincial maps, city maps, national park maps and domestic airline maps can all be found here letting you enjoy the very best of Costa Rica.
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